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August 1, 2011

For Sale: Vintage Japanese Peacock + Lotus Bowl

It's a gorgeous bowl, isn't it?

The unique lotus shape gives it a flair unseen in other china, and the brilliant hues of the pattern really make it stand out! The gold detailing gives it an even more expensive feel- but this piece isn't expensive at all, compared to what was paid for it years ago. It has been in storage for a very, very long time. And now, it's time to find it a new home.

I am unsure of the exact age of this work; I only know that is has been in the family since the 1980s and is likely no older than that.

This was one of many pieces in a collection by the Fuji China company. There are other pieces of the same pattern, but I do not have any of the others. It was easily paired with any plain white or white/blue dish sets, and having so many, why pursue more? Instead, I chose a few favourites to keep.

Fuji Quality China bowl is approximately 6.5" across, and about 4" high. The porcelain is in excellent condition. It was made in Satsuma, Japan.